DermEffects: Dr. Wei Jing Loo
1560 Hyde Park Road
London, ON N6H 5L5
Medical Inquiries: (519) 472-2929
Cosmetic Inquiries: (519) 472-8686
Fax: (519) 472-8484
Monday–Friday: 7 a.m.–3 p.m.

Category Archives: Cosmetic Dermatology

5 Cosmetic Uses for BOTOX® You May not Know About

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Even people who have never set foot in a medical spa know that BOTOX® injections reduce wrinkles around the eyes and on the forehead. BOTOX injections at our London, Ontario, med spa are among the most popular cosmetic treatments, but their aesthetic versatility comes as a surprise to many people who think of BOTOX as simply an anti-wrinkle procedure. We…

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Can You Get BOTOX® & Dermal Fillers While Pregnant?

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Many women enjoy BOTOXⓇ and dermal fillers as part of their regular beauty routine at our London, Ontario practice. Some pregnant patients want to continue their treatments throughout pregnancy, as they enjoy having consistent results. However, using injectables while pregnant is a complicated issue. While there is no major health risk for an adult woman to use injectables, the science…

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5 Surprising Uses for Dermal Fillers

A woman smiles after getting dermal fillers.

Most patients considering anti-aging treatments know that dermal fillers are an excellent tool for restoring volume, enhancing lips, and smoothing facial wrinkles. Few, however, are aware that we use products such as JUVÉDERM® at our London, Ontario clinic for a range of other cosmetic concerns. Providers with experience in these popular treatments know that they can address volume loss that…

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5 Anti-Aging Treatments You Can Do on Your Lunch Break

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When you’re busy with your career and family, it can be hard to find time for self-care. Sometimes lunch is the only “personal time” in your packed schedule. Thanks to modern medicine, there are a few fast treatments that can quickly rejuvenate your skin. Dermal fillers, BOTOX®, and other nonsurgical procedures are popular at our London, Ontario, practice for this…

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All the Nonsurgical Procedures Behind ‘Instagram Face’

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“Instagram face” is a bona fide trend and the subject of hashtags on virtually every social media platform. If this is the first time you’ve heard of Instagram face, the phrase describes a certain look created by nonsurgical cosmetic treatments such as filler and BOTOX Cosmetic® injections. At our London, Ontario practice, patients often ask how to produce the sought-after…

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Hair Restoration With PRP

Smiling woman with thick, blonde hair

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is fairly well-known for its use in facial rejuvenation procedures, including with microneedling. It’s sometimes called the “Vampire Facial®” or “Vampire Facelift” because the treatment involves using the patient’s own blood. However, relatively few people know that PRP therapy is also used as a hair loss treatment at our London, Ontario dermatology practice. The same growth…

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First Time Getting Fillers? Here’s What to Expect

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Full cheeks, smooth skin, plump lips: Some people have them naturally, while others get a little help from their dermatologists with dermal fillers. At our London, Ontario, practice and throughout Canada, filler injections are one of the most commonly performed cosmetic treatments. But if you’re considering getting fillers for the first time, you may be a little nervous. Knowing what to…

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Get to Know JUVÉDERM® – Your Key to A Fresh, Youthful Face

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The face is one of the first areas to show the telltale signs of aging. Facial skin is thin and delicate and continually exposed to the sun and other damaging elements. Many products on the market promise to plump your skin and minimize fine lines, but sometimes, creams and serums alone aren’t enough. I offer the popular dermal filler JUVÉDERM…

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3 Surprising Uses for BOTOX® (That Don’t Include Wrinkles)

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When it comes creating smooth, youthful-looking skin, BOTOX is a popular choice at my London, Ontario, practice. Treatment sessions can soften frown lines, crow’s feet, and numerous other signs of aging. While most people think of BOTOX strictly as a tool for fighting wrinkles, this “wonder drug” actually has many uses. This blog post will explain the various ways BOTOX…

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Microneedling with PRP: 2 Treatments, 1 Optimal Result

Woman with smooth skin and full, red lips looks surprised with hands on either side of face

For my medical spa patients in London, Ontario, anti-aging treatments are a big focus. My career as a cosmetic dermatologist has familiarized me with the many skin issues people face as they age. Our DermEffects staff uses numerous different techniques to correct signs of aging such as laxity, dullness, enlarged pores, and fine lines. But there’s one solution some patients overlook: combining…

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